March 2017

Compared to the significant announcements made in the 2016 budget and fall economic statement, Wednesday’s federal budget is much more modest, lacking the same ambition to address the pressing... Read more

Compared to the significant announcements made in the 2016 budget and fall economic statement, Wednesday’s federal budget is much more modest, lacking the same ambition to address the pressing... Read more

The Canadian Labour Congress says today’s federal budget takes positive steps on a few key issues for working Canadians and their communities.“We are pleased to see today’s budget invest in several... Read more

On March 21, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, unions are on Parliament Hill with a unique experience that will let Members of Parliament and their staff see through... Read more

After the Trudeau government introduced its first budget last year, Canada’s unions were optimistic, but knew that much more would be needed to really build a fairer and more prosperous Canada.... Read more

On International Women’s Day, Canada’s unions are asking our government to act on their stated feminist principles.“Since the last election, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has repeatedly stated his... Read more

Canadian Labour Congress President Hassan Yussuff is urging all parties in the House of Commons to unite behind M-103, the Private Member’s Motion condemning Islamophobia.“Now is a crucial time for... Read more

Canada’s unions are mourning the loss of a great and inspirational leader, former Canadian Labour Congress president Bob White, who has died at age 81.“Bob was courageous leader who blazed a lot of... Read more